The Persian campaigns wore out the feeble health of Peter, who had been ailing for some time.
By his stubborn defence the new ruler wore out the invaders who, after a twelve months' investment, withdrew their forces.
There also the French wore out the goodwill at first shown to them.
Previously, women had simply worn their best dresses for their wedding day, regardless of the color, and the dress continued to be worn for good occasions until it wore out or went out of style.
With each soldier wearing a uniform designed to represent their individual state, once the uniform wore out it was difficult and most times impossible to find a replacement.
